Oakland, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/10/2015 -- Retailers in the home-and-garden and farm markets are between a rock and a hard place these days when it comes to their customers' pest animal problems. Pest animals and rodents are constantly taking up residence in gardens and homes, but homeowners are rejecting traditional animal repellent products that contain toxic ingredients. Retailers need to stock effective solutions, but also provide for the growing request for natural repellent products.

U.S. consumers are becoming increasingly eco-conscious and are proving it with their retail spending habits. According to a survey by the market research company Nielsen, a quarter of US consumers said they would purchase a green or natural product over a toxic chemical-based product even if it cost them more money.

- Homeowners and gardeners want the products they use to be safe for the environment. They prefer to eliminate pest animals, that include cats, squirrel, rabbits, deer, mice and rats, by using "green" solutions. They are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products.

- It is estimated that more than 30% of Americans have a rodent problem each year. Most will choose a retail solution before hiring an exterminator. They want that retail product to be eco-friendly, effective and easy to use. Cost is often secondary.

- The natural home and garden products market is growing 25% faster than the toxic products market.

Expel Natural Animal Repellent Spray by Predator Guard® is designed to effectively and naturally repel pest animals from gardens and homes, basements, attics and vehicles. Formulated with natural, scent deterring ingredients, including cinnamon oil, garlic oil and peppermint oil, Expel Natural Animal Repellent Spray by Predator Guard® is a powerful and effective pest animal deterrent.

Predator Guard's Product Manager, Drew Waters, says: "Our customers are highly aware of the effects that toxic chemicals can have on their homes, their kids and pets, as well as on the animals they are trying to repel. Expel Natural Animal Repellent contains only natural, safe ingredients that work by utilizing scent and taste to repel animals from homes, gardens and landscaping."

Research demonstrates that an animal's sense of smell can be up to 1,000 times stronger than humans. "Using this knowledge, we formulated Expel® Natural Animal Repellent Spray to be the most powerful taste and odor deterrent on the market," said Waters.

Expel repels skunk, squirrel, groundhog, raccoon, deer, cats and dogs with its unique natural formula. Each application is rain-resistant and lasts for up to 30 days – up to 4 times longer than other animal repellents. This lasting effectiveness offers consumers unparalleled safety, convenience, as well as exceptional value.

Expel Natural Animal Repellent Spray by Predator Guard® is available in a ready-to-use 32 oz. trigger sprayer bottle.

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About Predator Guard
Predator Guard offers guaranteed protection to homeowners, gardeners and farmers from the destructive activities of wild animals. Predator Guard products include natural repellents and electronic deterrents that are effective, humane and eco-friendly.